A Story To Tell
In an industry as fickle as the music business, Larnelle has consistently managed to maintain a sound and identity distinctly his own, while still remaining a vital and hugely popular part of the ever-evolving picture of popular music. After more than 18 albums, 5 Grammy's and 11 Dove Awards, Larnelle maintains a passion for his work that finds its roots far deeper than the simple making of music.
He states:
"Every time I read a Scripture that I've heard countless times before, I always get something new out of it where I am with the Lord and where I am musically have a strong correlation. If I'm standing still in my walk with Him, I'm probably standing still creatively. So I'm going to continue the same trek I've tried to stay on all along, panting after the Scripture and the things of the Lord, constantly challenging myself to grow in Him. With that as the focus and priority growth and newness will inevitably be reflected in my music. That's always been the case, because He is the ultimate Creator."
On his latest release, A Story To Tell: Hymns & Praises, Larnelle takes a journey "home", unflinchingly asking those same questions and more. Through the words and melodies of some of the greatest, most enduring hymns ever written - as well as his own unparalleled vocal performance and the peerless production and arrangements of veteran Lari Goss - Larnelle tells a story as impactive, impressive, entertaining and enlightening as anything he has ever put to disc in his long and distinguished career.
"I don't consider the story of my own life to be all that interesting," he says. "But, the story of what the Lord has done in my life, and in my heart, that's the story I have to tell. And even though we didn't try to choose material that would recount it in any sort of linear or literal fashion, I have a deep connection with all these songs. In a broader, spiritual context, they really sum up so much of what I've been through.
Even as he continues to grow creatively and spiritually, and his reach broadens to include people from many cultures and walks of life, Harris says his goals have remained constant through the years.
"What's left for me to do is no different than what was there when I first started," he concludes. "To grow in every way I can...to open my heart and my life to the Lord...and allow Him to sand away the rough edges. I don't ever want to be satisfied."
Music Ministers, Pastors and industry insiders revere the power that Larnelle sings with...and they admire Harris' command of communication through his music. But more importantly, Larnelle is noted for his unflinching integrity. His dedication to putting his family before his career is legendary and has been the object of many print, radio and TV interviews.
All in all, his gift of music gives voice to what God can do in one man's life. A Larnelle concert is truly an event worth experiencing.
Quickfacts
Graduated from Western KY University
Honorary Doctorate of Music from Campbellsville University
Past Treasurer & presently Deacon in the same church in Louisville, KY that he and his family haveattended for over 30 years
Husband to Cynthia and Father to Lonnie & Teresa
Avid golfer and expert ham radio operator
Sponsor of several children through World Vision
Composer of over 30 songs
Larnelle, What a wonderful gift you have, seen you years ago in Rockford Illinois, love your song "I miss my time with you" you did a great "Go tell it on the mountain too! Just wanted to say hi and hope all is well and that God is blessing you and your family! Keep the great work up for the Lord! Blessings Rhonda Lee
I just wanted to drop by and tell you how happy I am to be your MySpace friend. If I have not told you before let me say it now...THANK YOU! I have added a lot of new stuff to my page over the last several months. If its been a while since you have stopped by, please come and check everything out. I have lots of new photo albums just filled with many embarrassing pictures from my youth, and of course my music and how to buy it. lol - I hope all will be a source of blessing and entertainment for you. May God bless you and those you love now and forever more...
I just wanted to drop by and tell you how happy I am to be your MySpace friend. If I have not told you before let me say it now...THANK YOU! I have added a lot of new stuff to my page over the last several months. If its been a while since you have stopped by, please come and check everything out. I have lots of new photo albums just filled with many embarrassing pictures from my youth, and of course my music and how to buy it. lol - I hope all will be a source of blessing and entertainment for you. May God bless you and those you love now and forever more...
Larnelle. What an incredible time it was with you at Shadow Mountain this past weekend. It was a pleasure singing with you and your voice is just totally awesome and "God Given"... you certainly have a wonderful gift that you are using..and also the gift of Love too, Thank you for being a true inspiration to me.. Pamela Cumming Shadow Mountain Choir
Larnelle you have an open invitation to our church. What a dynamic gift!! You have blessed us through the years. My kids love the way you sing "Dream On" My favorite is "His Grace is Greater"
Thank you for taking a listen to my music. Glad you liked what you heard!
I hope you'll stop by www. davidshelbymusic. com to hear a sampling of all the tracks from my debut CD, I Came to Play. I look forward to hearing what you think.
FEAR For I the Lord, your God, will hold your right hand, saying to you, fear not; I will help you. Isaiah 41:13 GUIDANCE I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;I will guide you with My eye. Psalm 32:8 HELP The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Psalm 9:9
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